AB-1153 (Bonta): Illegal disposal site abatement
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Legislation Details
Bill Name: Illegal disposal site abatement
Bill Number: AB-1153
Bill Author(s): Assembly Member Mia Bonta
Legislative Session / Year: 2026
State: California
AVFCA Position: Support
Bill Synopsis: This bill amends the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 to empower the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery to allocate funds for the removal and disposal of abandoned recreational vehicles, and to enhance enforcement strategies against illegal dumping. It emphasizes establishing local enforcement teams and illegal dumping enforcement officers to tackle these issues more effectively. By prioritizing projects in disadvantaged communities, AB-1153 seeks to address the environmental and public health risks posed by illegal waste and abandoned vehicles, thereby enhancing community welfare and environmental protection.
LegInfo Bill Link: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1153
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Referred to Senate Rules Committee
Passed Assembly Appropriations Committee
BILL STATUS DETAIL
01/29/26 In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment.
01/29/26 Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. (Ayes 75. Noes 0.)
01/22/26 From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended. (Ayes 11. Noes 0.) (January 22).
01/22/26 Assembly Rule 63 suspended.
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